At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct a photo-led Schedule of Condition for a student accommodation block.
- Company: Join a dynamic team focused on property condition assessments.
- Benefits: Flexible freelance role with competitive fixed-price remuneration.
- Other info: Work efficiently on-site with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by documenting property conditions for students' homes.
- Qualifications: Experience in building surveying and proficiency with GoReport software.
The predicted salary is between 3000 - 5000 £ per month.
Position: Building Surveyor (Freelance / Contract)
Project Type: Schedule of Condition (Student Accommodation Block)
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Timing: On-site survey week commencing Monday 20th July
IR35 Status: Outside IR35 (Independent Contract)
Fee Structure: Fixed Price (subject to surveyor quotation)
Software Requirement: GoReport (with output to Excel Schedule of Condition)
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a freelance, contract, or independent Building Surveyor to carry out a pragmatic, photo-led Schedule of Condition (SoC) of a student accommodation block in Ipswich. The goal is to capture a clear baseline record of the property's condition prior to the upcoming academic cycle. The on-site data collection and reporting must be completed via GoReport, outputting a clean, structured Excel Schedule of Condition matching our template.
Scope & Level of Detail Required
- This is an exception-based Schedule of Condition rather than an exhaustive elemental survey:
- Photo Density: Approximately 23 photos per room to document the general, typical condition.
- Defect Recording: Capture significant defects by exception (no need to write long narrative paragraphs for elements in an expected/standard condition).
- Areas of Inspection: Student bedrooms, communal areas, hallways, kitchens, and shared bathrooms.
- Efficiency: Designed for a surveyor who can move efficiently through a standard layout, documenting faults logically using a mobile tablet on-site.
Technical Requirements
- Software: Experience with and access to GoReport is essential for on-site data capture.
- Deliverable: A successfully generated Excel Schedule of Condition exported from GoReport (aligned to the column mapping of our reference template).
Qualifications
- Ideally MRICS/FRICS, or an experienced building surveyor with a strong background in dilapidations, commercial schedules of condition, or housing surveys.
- Compliance: Must hold active Professional Indemnity and Public Liability insurance.
Timeline & Remuneration
- Survey Window: Access is scheduled for the week commencing Monday 20th July.
- Rate: This is an Outside IR35 engagement paid as a fixed-price lump sum based on your submitted quotation.
Freelance Building Surveyor (Schedule of Condition) in Suffolk employer: TSA Surveying Ltd
TSA Surveying is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee development and collaboration. Located in the Midlands, our team enjoys a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth while contributing to impactful projects within the banking sector. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and fosters a sense of community.
